Bedford train passenger speaks out after horrific crash

20 Jun 2026 • 10:52 PM MYT
The Independent
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Bedford train passenger speaks out after horrific crash

  • Two trains collided south of Bedford on Friday afternoon, 19 June, resulting in one fatality and over 80 injuries.
  • A passenger, Brett Byatt, expressed anger and shock the following morning, questioning why his train was not signalled and the loss of the driver's life.
  • The incident involved one train colliding into the rear of a stationary train on the same line shortly after 5pm.
  • The collision led to the death of a train driver and left more than 80 people injured.
  • Investigations are under way to determine the cause of the crash.

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